Listen "Style Guides, or What I Learned from Being Wrong about the Serial Comma | LOL 057"
Episode Synopsis
This week I share an important lesson I learned from being wrong about the serial comma. I go over the big three style guides used for writing in American English, including the one most important to we novelists—The Chicago Manual of Style. Before that, I share some frustrations I have as a creator on YouTube. I also talk about the merits of appendices in some novels, the singular they, and whether Pluto is a planet.I’m Looking for Beta ReadersInterested in being a beta reader for my novel? Head here for more information.LinksMy episode discussing how our primary job as writers is to communicate.Chicago Manual of Style online.Chicago Manual of Style print version.The Elements of Style.Get a free 30 day trial of Audible with my affiliate link.Support the show.Join my Discord server.Call My Voicemail: 951-465-5391
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